C1noun 1K

Meditation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌmedɪˈteɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌmedɪˈteɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Meditation

the practice of focusing your mind in silence, especially for religious reasons or in order to make your mind calm

In simple words: A way to relax and think quietly.

Meditation in a sentence

• Meditation is a practice that helps reduce stress and improve mental clarity.
• She begins her day with meditation to center her thoughts and emotions.
• The meditation retreat lasted for a full week, providing a silent environment for reflection.
• Meditation techniques vary widely, including mindfulness, transcendental, and guided methods.
• He used meditation as a part of his recovery program to help with anxiety.
• In religious meditation, practitioners often focus on a mantra or spiritual text.
• The meditation on the poem revealed deeper meanings about life and existence.
• Philosophers have employed meditation to contemplate abstract ideas and ethical dilemmas.

How to use Meditation

Commonly used in contexts related to relaxation, mindfulness, and mental health. Suitable for casual conversations, but can also be used in more serious discussions about wellness.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'meditation' as 'meditate' with relaxation — imagine sitting peacefully with closed eyes.

Related words

Collocations with Meditation

• deep
• profound
• quiet
• do
• practise/​practice
• in meditation
• meditation on
• deep
• profound
• quiet
• do
• practise/​practice
• in meditation
• meditation on

Synonyms for Meditation

• mindfulness
• contemplation
• reflection
• stillness
• introspection

Opposites of Meditation

• chaos
• distraction

Common mistakes with Meditation

• Confused with 'meditate' as a noun instead of a verb.
• Using 'meditation' to refer to a physical activity instead of a mental one.
• Omitting 'meditation' when discussing mental practices.

Frequently asked questions about Meditation

What does Meditation mean?

A way to relax and think quietly.

What is the definition of Meditation?

the practice of focusing your mind in silence, especially for religious reasons or in order to make your mind calm

How do you use Meditation in a sentence?

Meditation is a practice that helps reduce stress and improve mental clarity.

Can you give another example of Meditation?

She begins her day with meditation to center her thoughts and emotions.

What are synonyms for Meditation?

Common alternatives include mindfulness, contemplation, reflection, stillness, introspection.

What is the opposite of Meditation?

Opposite meanings include chaos, distraction.

What words go with Meditation?

It commonly pairs with deep, profound, quiet, do, practise/​practice, in meditation, meditation on, deep, profound, quiet, do, practise/​practice, in meditation, meditation on.

What are common mistakes when using Meditation?

Confused with 'meditate' as a noun instead of a verb. Using 'meditation' to refer to a physical activity instead of a mental one. Omitting 'meditation' when discussing mental practices.

How do you pronounce Meditation?

US: /["/ˌmedɪˈteɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌmedɪˈteɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Meditation?

Commonly used in contexts related to relaxation, mindfulness, and mental health. Suitable for casual conversations, but can also be used in more serious discussions about wellness.

What CEFR level is Meditation?

"Meditation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.